NWU alum, Lincoln Saltdogs athletic trainer at the top of his game
Matt Honerman (‘13) was named the American Association of Professional Baseball's Athletic Trainer of the Year.
September 18, 2026
Exercise Science (Pre-AT) major
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The exercise science (pre-AT) major is for students interested in becoming athletic trainers. Nebraska Wesleyan University’s athletic training program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE) which requires a Master of Athletic Training (MAT) to become a certified athletic trainer.
3+2 bachelor and master degree program
At NWU, students can earn both a bachelor’s degree in exercise science and a Master of Athletic Training in just five years. Pre-AT students apply for admission to the Master of Athletic Training program in their junior year. Accepted students complete their graduate courses in their fourth and fifth years. Graduating MAT students then take the Board of Certification (BOC) exam before becoming certified athletic trainers. NWU's rigorous coursework, training and support make students more than prepared to pass the BOC exam.
Exercise science faculty
Nebraska Wesleyan's faculty is renowned for preparing students for success in athletic training. NWU’s MAT professors are practicing clinicians who value personal support and hands-on learning.
100%
of students present research and attend a professional conference
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of students have job placements lined up prior to graduation
98%
BOC pass rate over the last 10 years
Guidance from NWU staff and faculty lead Wojtkiewicz to bright future
With support from NWU faculty and staff, Colin Wojtkiewicz found his calling with Nebraska Wesleyan’s master of athletic training (MAT) program.
July 31, 2026
NWU Master of Athletic Training program partners with Doane University
Nebraska Wesleyan University has signed a memorandum of understanding with Doane University to offer two Doane students guaranteed admission to NWU’s Master of Athletic Training (MAT) Program.
January 20, 2026
NWU Master of Athletic Training program grows with Concordia University partnership
Nebraska Wesleyan University has partnered with Concordia University, Nebraska, to expand access to NWU’s Master of Athletic Training (MAT) program making it easier for students to obtain a MAT degree. Under the agreement, NWU will reserve two seats annually for Concordia Nebraska students who meet specified criteria.
January 17, 2025
Ensrud named assistant athletic director for sports medicine
Nebraska Wesleyan University has promoted Jason Ensrud to Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Medicine.
December 19, 2024
NWU, York University forge pathway for Master of Athletic Training degree
A new partnership between Nebraska Wesleyan University and York University will help students obtain a master’s degree in athletic training more quickly and efficiently.
The articulation agreement signed on Tuesday will provide York University students a streamlined pathway to advance their careers in athletic training through NWU’s program.
July 17, 2024